Driving on the Atlantic: El Pedraplen's Oceanic Journey
Spanning the northern coast of Cuba, El Pedraplén is a paved road connecting Cayo Santa María to the main island. The drive offers stunning coastal views.
When was El Pedraplén built?
The road, which appears to merge with the horizon, was completed in 1999 and opened in May 2000.
How many bridges are on the El Pedraplén causeway?
El Pedraplén is a unique engineering feat, surrounded by the ocean. With 46 bridges (44 over the sea), when you drive the causeway, you’ll feel like you're traveling above the water.
How long is El Pedraplén?
The road is 57.3 km (35.60 miles) long, running from Caibarién in Villa Clara province to Cayo Santa María in the Jardines del Rey archipelago.
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